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MGI Tech Partners with the Human Cell Atlas to Further Advance Worldwide Human Cell Mapping Efforts

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SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (“MGI”), a company committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science, today announced a commercial partnership with Human Cell Atlas (HCA) consortium to further accelerate the human cell mapping initiative. Aimed to facilitate the wider adoption of single cell sequencing and spatial transcriptomics technologies globally, MGI will expand access to its proprietary products within the HCA network by providing discounted rates to collaborating members.

“Cutting-edge single cell and spatial genomics are important driving forces for the HCA project,” said John Randell, HCA Chief Alliance Officer. “MGI’s involvement in the HCA discount program will enhance the efforts of our collaborative members and help fuel HCA’s progress and new scientific discoveries.”

Under this partnership, HCA members will enjoy more access to MGI’s cost-effective and scalable single cell and spatial omics solutions. In addition, MGI will also provide support to members in experimental design, assay execution, and bioinformatic support when applying MGI’s technologies to their research.

First introduced in 2019, MGI’s single cell series has become one of the company’s main product lines. Based on the core DNBSEQä technology, the series addresses the diverse demand of single cell research by offering users a comprehensive and user-friendly solution. The DNBelab C-TaiM 4 portable droplet generator, the latest addition to MGI’s single cell lineup, is meticulously crafted to facilitate high-throughput single-cell 3’RNA, 5’RNA& V(D)J,ATAC in any setting. This compact but robust device seamlessly integrates dual-bead cell capture, a microfluidic droplet generator, state-of-the-art computing modules, and other advanced technologies to enable intricate genomic analyses anytime anywhere.

Starting June 2024, MGI also became an official distributor of STOmics-related products, opening access to cutting-edge advancements in spatial omics for the scientific community. STOmics’ proprietary Stereo-seq technology has revolutionized spatial multi-omics research with its large field of view, nanoscale resolution, unbiased whole transcriptome capture, and multi-omics solutions. Its applications span diverse fields, including developmental biology, organ atlas, neuroscience, and digital pathology. To date, it has also contributed to over 60 publications in top-tier journals like Cell, Science, Nature, and Cell Research.

“We are proud to support HCA researchers worldwide in this important effort to uncover the intricate details of how the genes in our cells shape life,” said Duncan Yu, President at MGI. “Leveraging MGI’s highly sensitive and specific tools with comprehensive coverage, this partnership will allow the HCA community to push the boundaries of single cell genomics and spatial omics further, with broad implications for scientific discovery and disease research.”

The HCA is a global collaborative research consortium that is creating comprehensive reference maps of all human cells in the healthy body to drive major advances in healthcare and medicine worldwide. Founded in 2016, it has grown to more than 3,600 HCA members from over 100 countries around the world. To date, the global HCA community has profiled tens of millions of cells from nearly 10,000 individuals and produced more than 400 HCA scientific publications, delivering fundamental insights into human biology and diseases.

Over the years, MGI has been empowering scientists and researchers globally in frontier life science research with cutting-edge tools and facilitating advances and discoveries in the understanding of human cells. The company has been actively supporting HCA research as far back as 2018. Notably, in 2019, at a European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) workshop on Single Cell Biology, Dr. Sarah Teichmann, co-founder and principal leader of the HCA consortium, shared her systematic evaluation workflow for single-cell RNA sequencing using MGI’s platforms.

Earlier this year, MGI participated in the HCA Single-cell Omics Workshop in Bangkok to connect with members and promote its advanced technology. Following that, the company will be present at the HCA Asia 2024 Meeting, taking place in Hong Kong from December 3 to 4. MGI welcomes researchers and scientists worldwide to participate for exchanges of ideas and to explore partnership opportunities.

About MGI MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (or its subsidiaries, together referred to as MGI) is committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science. Our focus lies in research & development, manufacturing, and sales of instruments, reagents, and related products in the field of life science and biotechnology. We provide real-time, multi-omics, and a full spectrum of digital equipment and systems for precision medicine, agriculture, healthcare, and various other industries.

Founded in 2016, MGI has grown into a leader in life science, serving customers across six continents and establishing research, manufacturing, training, and after-sales service facilities globally. MGI stands out as one of the few companies capable of independently developing and mass-producing clinical-grade gene sequencers with varying throughput capacities, ranging from Gb to Tb levels. With unparalleled expertise, cutting-edge products, and a commitment to global impact, MGI continues to shape the trajectory of life sciences into the future.

For more information, please visit the MGI website or connect with us on Twitter, LinkedIn or YouTube.

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America’s Largest Political Group Is Getting Its Own Election Night

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A record 45% of Americans identify with neither party. On November 3, they get the first nationally televised Election Night built around the independent voter bloc, presented by United Independents, the organization behind the Independent National Convention, in partnership with DeFiance Media.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Can the country’s largest bloc of voters turn identity into representation? Independents now make up 45% of U.S. adults, a record high in Gallup’s 2025 data, yet partisan coverage continues to dominate mainstream mediums. On November 3, one broadcast will cover the election from the Independent point of view.

Broadcast live from the National Press Club’s television studio in Washington, D.C. Election Night 2026: Independent Edition is an eight-hour program hosted by Christopher Life, founder and CEO of United Independents, and Macy Gunnell, NewsForce’s White House correspondent. DeFiance Media will be producing and streaming the broadcast.

Built on live election data from The Associated Press (AP), the program will call the national races as the returns come in. Then it goes where other broadcasts don’t: race-by-race coverage of independent candidates in consequential congressional contests, and guest conversations with the strategists and organizers behind them.

Built for the Voters Both Parties Are Chasing

Two generations of Americans have come of age as independent voters, and in 74 years of nationally televised Election Night broadcasts, not one has been built around them. This one is: national results and the balance of power, dedicated coverage of the independent candidates who could tip the next Congress, and a live chat with selected viewer questions put to the hosts and guests on air.

Open to Every Newsroom

Television pool feed. U.S. television outlets, including local stations, can carry the program live, in full or in part, separate from DeFiance Media’s full-program streaming.Social streaming. The broadcast streams through participating social media partners. Channels that want to carry it can sign up at Election2026.live.Live clips and excerpts. Newsrooms, commentators, and creators can pull portions of the program for reporting and social distribution while the broadcast is underway.

Request access through the Media & Distribution Access Form at Election2026.live.

Free and Accessible Nationwide

Going live Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, from 6 PM- 2 AM ET. Updates, guest announcements, and viewing instructions: Election2026.live.

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shaun@graffiticreativegroup.com

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Pianist Michael Weinstein Wins Best Social Media Music Collaborations at the 2026 Vega Awards

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With more than a million followers across social media, Weinstein’s piano collaborations bring together vocalists from around the world to create unique musical performances and reach new audiences.

SOUTH SALEM, N.Y., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pianist, entrepreneur and social media creator Michael Weinstein has been recognized at the 2026 Vega Digital Awards in the Social Media Collaboration category for his music collaboration series, Piano Sessions: Bringing Voices Together Through Music.

“I love collaborating with talented singers including building friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

Weinstein has built a social media audience of more than a million followers across TikTok, Instagram and other platforms by sharing piano performances and collaborations with singers from around the world. His videos feature vocalists performing alongside his piano accompaniment, creating intimate musical performances that showcase each artist’s individual talent and style.

While Weinstein has spent much of his professional career building businesses and marketing consumer brands, music has always remained one of his greatest passions.

“Music has always been a huge part of my life and one of the things I enjoy most is collaborating with other musicians,” said Weinstein. “I’ve had the opportunity to work with so many incredibly talented singers and I love being able to play alongside them and create something special together. It’s also rewarding to introduce these artists to new audiences while building relationships and friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

An accomplished pianist and keyboardist, Weinstein has collaborated with an impressive range of vocalists, including artists who have performed and recorded with Maroon 5, Sting, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Usher, Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott. He has also collaborated with standout performers from American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice.

Weinstein is also planning a live concert in New York City in 2027, bringing together several of the talented vocalists featured on his social media channels for a special collaborative performance. Additional details will be announced in the coming months.

Outside of music, Weinstein is the Founder and CEO of JAM Direct, a marketing and advertising agency, and former Chief Marketing Officer of Allstar Products Group, where he was responsible for marketing some of the most successful products in “As Seen On TV” history, including the Snuggie, ShamWow and Shake Weight.

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About the Vega Digital Awards

The Vega Digital Awards is an international competition recognizing excellence in social media, digital marketing and brand strategy. Judged by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the competition honors work that demonstrates innovation, effectiveness and measurable impact across the global marketing landscape.

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Landis+Gyr Secures Major Contract with Leading US Utility

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CHAM, Switzerland and ALPHARETTA, Ga., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a global energy technology leader driving intelligent innovation across the grid, today announced that it has secured a major contract with a leading US investor-owned electric utility. The agreement covers more than 3 million advanced metering endpoints.

Under the agreement, Landis+Gyr will provide Revelo meters and associated network and head-end system technologies, complemented by advanced security solutions, premium support, and software maintenance and services. The deployment is expected to advance the utility’s grid modernization objectives by enhancing security, grid visibility and operational performance.

“This important win reflects the strong momentum of our Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio and the trust customers place in Landis+Gyr to support large-scale grid modernization programs. By combining advanced metering, integrated technology, security and support capabilities, we look forward to helping this utility enhance grid visibility, reliability and operational performance,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global energy technology leader, delivering intelligent solutions that connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, we transform traditional devices into intelligent, networked sensors, giving utilities real-time grid visibility and system control. With these combined insights, electric, gas, and water companies can anticipate demand, optimize operations, and deliver energy that’s more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable for everyone. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

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